2005 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2005 Renault Laguna

To start off, both 2005 Daewoo Kalos and 2005 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 377 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Renault Laguna (270 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Kalos.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Daewoo Kalos 2005 Renault Laguna
Make Daewoo Renault
Model Kalos Laguna
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1397 cc 2944 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 93 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 130 Nm 270 Nm
Engine Bore Size 77.9 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73.4 mm 82.6 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1088 kg 1465 kg
Vehicle Length 4240 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2750 mm


 

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